Mini Braids On Stretched Natural Hair | The Best Protective Hairstyle | No Weave | Detailed Method
- Posted on 22 July, 2020
- Sew-In Hair Extensions
- By Anonymous
Mini braids are hands down the best protective style; watch this video and get detailed tips on how to install these braids, perfect your method, and maintain this goddess look for over a month. This style is perfect for Naturalistas who need a break from the daily hassle of their hair while still looking flawless and care free. The added bonus is low manipulation, low maintenance, and GROWTH!
Thank you so much for watching Love!!!
God Bless
Rachel
Products needed:
Murray's Edge wax
Shea Moisture Curl Stretch Pudding
Main Choice Fro the Culture Sheen Spray
Tools
Rat Tail Comb
Knitting Needle
Denman Brush
Hand Held Mirror
Small Comb
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Hey lovies, it's your girl, rachel. Some call me ray ray while others just do a plain old wraith, whichever is acceptable on this channel. So, ladies, if you're looking for some mini braids and you're new to this content, go ahead and subscribe, because this video will definitely deliver also i'm coming with the best kept tips for having an exceptional protective hairstyle that will last longer than expected. So for this look i'm going to use the murray's edge wax for them roots, i'm also going to use the curl stretch pudding from shea moisture for the rest of my hair, a denim brush, a rat tail comb, some clips and some snacks also a mirror. Now that we have all our essentials last but not least, length check dance. So, ladies, let's get parted, i mean, let's get started, see what i did right there the play on words, though it's the play on words. So what i like to do is part my hair straight down the middle, have two sections on the side and actually three sections in the back: we're gon na be done in nothing but a snap, a snap actually, no we're not because this is one of the Most tedious parts of making knotless box braids of any kind, not this box, braids many box, braids mini braids, many twists anything that involves the box will test your faith in yourself, so make sure that if you're not good at parting, you do this section beforehand, so That you just have to pull down and braid each piece. So, as you can see at the very bottom, i decided to make a very big section that starts at the ears and make three parts which will be my three first rows. I like to do it this way, so i can know what done will feel like how many more rows i have until i'm done with the back section, because when you're in the back of your head, i swear it's a tundra. Your arms are tired, but we're going to get through this. So let's get my little thirsty fingers into this shea moistures curl stretch pudding, it's a little bit more of a shea whipped butter type of thing, so it's going to help seal in all those flyaways, but it does have a little bit of moisture to it as Well, so it's going to help moisturize, but if you have hair that has very high porosity and do you believe that adding this the first step will make your curls revert a little too fast. I would skip this step all together and add the moisture and the products at the very end. So now that i have my little section, i'm going to go ahead and start braiding, my first braid, but as i was braiding, i took a look at the thinness of this particular braid and i had to consider like wow you're, really getting ready to do this. With your whole entire head, are you sure, do you really want to do it three braids in okay, maybe but honey? I don't know. Is it worth it now we're on to the second row: it's been pre-parted um. The first section was a little bit unsure, but now that i'm doing this one, i'm like okay, the hair is thicker up here the braids are going to get bigger. It might not be that big of an issue and also, i would like to add that the murray's edge wax makes parts that are not super straight. Look straighter so go get you some as i'm starting this second row, i'm noticing that it's a little bit easier than the first row, because i have a little bit more guidance with how i want to part my hair throughout each braid. I'Ve added the product before and after each braid you can decide either or what you want to do and then i start braiding down the second braid in the third row. So in this first row, there's about four rows all together and it took me about. Let me see my phone and be nosy. 6. 20.. Well, wait! No! That'S! 5. 20! So it took me an hour and 20 minutes to finish these braids. I don't know, but that's kind of impressive right now, i'm just taking a little break. Make sure you have your candy and your snacks and bless the lord and eat a little bit of protein, because you're gon na need that energy to finish the rest of these braids. So your girl was craving some chicken and i swear publix chicken is so underrated, but anywho, let's get back to the video. I am on my second section and within this section there's about three rows total. So you know how many braids you're gon na have to do just about. You know how many rows you're gon na need to do so. You can determine when you'll be finished. I actually was really happy about the fact that it only took me an hour and a half to do what was pretty much like four whole rows. So at this point i'm like look, these braids are gon na get done and i'm gon na enjoy. The finished result, so my second section is all done and i'm at that final top piece section and i got just a few braids to go. Look i finished the back. I thought it would never happen, but god, okay, i had to shout a little bit praise the lord and praise these little baby guns for helping me get through the back of my head, so the parts are not extremely straight, but so what i'm done and um? I'M loving it, it looks very, very clean and fresh and now it's time to start the front, and this is the home stretch. So we just have the front section to go and it is a lot easier, but still a little tedious. So i went ahead and did that first section and now i'm on the second section and approaching done honey. So i slightly tilted up each row so that i could have a nice triangle v shape at the top and look at that look at that. I am done this is my last braid i was so happy. I could not believe i was at the last braid i i just was at a loss for words. So um, i'm just writing it down. As you can see, it looks very crisp very fresh, like as if a robot did it so um. The most important step to having beautiful, flowy mini braids is to wet them. When you're done get that spray bottle, it's really going to make a difference with how your hair moves and it's going to help the braid swell a little bit to give you some volume. So i like to take this product and put it at the ends of my hair, i'm so happy. I bought it. It'S perfect in every way. It'S thick enough, it's moisturizing enough and it defines the curls enough. So, as you can see, i'm just going to rake that product through my hair and as my curls begin to pop and revert a little bit, i'm going to wait for a second before i twist the ends up. This is going to give me a very nice bohemian look at the end, so it's the next day and congratulations! You don't have to do your hair today, but if you would like to refresh your mini braids anytime, just add a little bit of water to the braids and add some of that curl pudding to the very ends of your hair to bounce the curls. This is going to be the best protective hairstyle you ever put in your hair because you can add as much moisture as you want, without compromising the look and how long your hair would last that's why i love braiding and twisting my hair on dry stretched hair. The length is so much longer and it just gives you so much more wear time so right now, i'm feeling myself. My makeup is all done and i'm getting ready to take some pictures. I'M loving my hair. It took me forever, but i'm gon na get every single hour back every day that i wake up and don't have to do my hair, so love. Thank you. So much for watching this video hit the notification button to know when i post comment below. If you would like to do this hairstyle on your own hair - and you would like to see me - do some hairstyles with my mini braids - also hit the like button and let youtube know that this video was popping. God bless you guys, bye,
Comments
PurdyNapps: Box braids are everything to me! It’s now my daily style. They give me the swing of straightened hair without the heat damage! And I don’t have to comb my hair!!! Still look fly and it’s all my hair! And for those who cannot braid well like me, go to a stylist! It’s worth every penny! I admire your braiding skills! Your hair looks beautiful!
UTubeuzername: Simply gorgeous, I wish I had the patience. I can’t believe you were able to do this in only 6.5 hrs. This shit would have taken me 2 days.
Mini: Girl your parting skills is amazing!
Breon Scott: You motivated me to do this style. Started at 2pm and I am literally finishing the last braid (it’s 10:10pm) Just stopped to say thank you!
Princess: Cannot wait until my braids get to this length! I love mini braids and mini twists and just did my mini braids and plan to keep them for 3 months, yes 3..washing and rebraiding as needed
She-Earl: I love how mini braids look but I'm never putting myself through that again. The take down is the worst
Melanie: OMG, totally gorgeous!! My hair is way too skinny and scalpy for this tho. My "big" braids are the size of her tiny braids. Haha
Tashina: Thanks for the tips! Tried this style and my hair looks amazing!!!!! Thank you!
Natural Healer Mom: So detailed and beautifully done!! They look perfect!
Laureen Djanga: Beautiful! You did such an amazing job. It's so clean, neat and elegant
Hair’s The Scoop: You’ve got skills! I’ve never tried mini braids and I can wait to try this out this week!
Patrice Davis: Love this style ❤️ Excited to try this look and the tips shared
Jo Anderson: Hello Rachel, it’s my first time watching your video. You really cheered me up and made me laugh so much. You look so gorgeous and so does your hairstyle. God Bless
Princess: YOU. ARE. GORGEOUS. QUEEN!!! I LOVE mini braids and always add beads to my ends because I love the way it looks. Mini braids last me 4-6 weeks as I wash and deep condition while keeping them in! Love the manageability and that I don’t have to worry about my hair for a while and it grows too lol
Shelley: Love this video, very inspiring and your hair looks amazing!
Sharee Minor: I've watched this over and over to see how much time I have until I reach this length. I think another year: 6 inches. I'll be happier with the length next Spring. Almost time to tuck it away and hibernate. Thanks for the video!
Melita Ingram: Wow these look so good I thought they were knotless box braids!
Kameron York: Beautiful! But beware if you get a lot of shrinkage DO NOT spray water it will shrink your braids. They will swell and have body naturally. The cream is great to use and it curls the ends naturally. I wear this style all the time as a back up hairstyle. And using edge control on the shaft of each braid, makes them stay neater longer.
Tami: You inspire me to braid my hair like this and rock my protective styles. Looks soo good ! Thank you
Shay Childers: What a gorgeous job!! You r funny sunny and beautiful!! I loved every minute of this!! I wish u could braid mine girl!!!!
J: Gorgeous! How long do your mini braids last? And what did you do to stretch your hair before installing the mini braids?
Tylyn Sutton: I just finished mine day before yesterday with no breaks and it took me 5 hrs and 30 minutes lol this is beautiful I might have to do this on blown out stretched hair
Natural Introvert: Lord, give me the strength to do this...these are beautiful!
ukcurlygrl1: I do those once a month. When I blow dry my hair put to stretch it I will leave the ends so they are not blown straight or stretched as much as the rest. That way when I braid and I add product the curls pop on the end of the hair and less frizz
Prophetess Lady Of Wisdom: Gosh, at this point. I just need to give you my address so that you can mail me some of your patience. Lol. I make my braids a lot bigger cause my patience is very limited. Anyways, your braids are and your hair is extremely long and pretty. ❤
Beverly White: I love your hair! And think of the money you saved by braiding it yourself.
HairByPierre: Lol girl you’re funny I like your sense of humor. I’m gonna do this next! I like the way you part the front. How long does this last before it gets frizzy?
loverainthunder: I love your hair so much!! I'm going to do this with my hair, love it! Beautiful!!
d a: your hair is GORGEOUSSS, loved this style on you, God bless you and stay safe
Erica Smith, MBA: Stunning results. Gorgeous :)
NYMahogany: How am I just now finding a vid by you? Gorgeous results..Im thinking of doing this on my daughter tonight....Lawd give me strength! She has sooooo much hair. New Subbie!
Crystal Paige: It turned out beautifully!
Hannah: Wow, looks good! How long do I have to keep the braids in before redoing them? Should I keep them in for 1 month at a time, take them down, have 1 week's rest from braids and redo them again? I have extremely thick Afro hair and my hair gets frizzy after less than an hour lol Will my hair still retain length and grow alot if I do it like that? My hair takes like 10 hours to braid which I do myself and it's twice as long to take out which is exhausting Thank you so much
ESE Music82: Lovely! Makes me wanna do my hair the same..
Naturally_Yanna: It turned out so good!!!! Good job
KekePfan16: I just finished watching my first video of yours & I must say that you’re gorgeous so funny & have such an infectious personality like myself! Lol I feel like we’d be best friends! ♥️ This is my new favorite channel!!
THATS CHARMING: I’ve done this style a few time .. different every time I’m going to use the Murphy’s wax and girl yes Publix chicken is def underrated
Kara: This video alone is the reason for me subscribing. You are awesome, Love it!
T. A.: You’re so pretty and I love this style! I love the narration too! I just hate taking them ooooouutt.
Lady Bianca: I really want to try this hairstyle. Too cute
Sharatia Banks: Your hair is So full and luscious also after taking out my small knotless braids girllllll I was done with small anything. Lol but you did yours so fast. Like howwwwwwwwwww????? Dangggg you make me wanna try this. Edison loves public chicken.
Roxy Roxii: Imma let you finish, imma let you finish...but this is the best mini braid tutorial on YouTube!!!
Kenyae Marie: New subscriber here Loving this style and you’re so pretty!
Gumbo Gumbo: You and your hair are so gorgeous! Be Blessed.
Carol Marleen: My God! If Goddess has a name..cause you are truly a Goddess, my heart warms seeing beautiful sisters like yourself slaying their beautiful natural hair.
Capture Luv: I’m so in love with your braids
Mani Symone: Ooooh I loooooooooove! Lord help me, I am so lazy just watching the work you put in, but I love it gurl!
Zooz Zooz: Best mini box braids ever
Eden S: Yup! That first row always has me questioning whether I made the right decision or not
Zawadi Birya: Girl you have a lot of hair. Just gorgeous!
Diamond Eagel: Rae you're bless sweetheart with everything that makes you existed. l love the looks sis
Aeriel: Ok, goals!! I just subscribed! I love your content so far! Kudos
LaToya TV: I did this style it’s been almost a month now mine are really tiny , I like your braids
a. Hardy: 5:37 gorgeous hair, nice waves
Bring Me the Monkeys: new style for the summer thank you <3
Wendy Wandick: Very pretty I love your braids
Cynthia Rather Walker: Very nice! I think I might try it after my hair grows out a couple more inches. It will probably take me 2 days!
ez2bcute: Yes Queen! I love it!!! You are also hilarious!
K W: Gorgeous!
Rosa H: Love it ❤
Plush Furr: Absolutely gorgeous YASSS QUEEN
BunBuns♡: I love her energy
Shay Nelson: Love this! New Subbie at the end when you said you twisted the ends, did you individually twist each one and take them out like a twist out at the end? Or can you explain to me what you did please?
Keannah Waddell: Love your personality! Instantly subscribed!
Passion4 Beauty411: Beautiful job.
Sharee Minor: I'm in love. I soooooooo want to change my mini twists to mini braids, but i feel like it's suicide: the take down
ENERGI: my hair is half the length ... tell me why it took the same amount of time
Sublime Moments: So gorgeous
Sharatia Banks: Your makeup is flawless
Asia Jana: Very pretty!
Blossom Blitz: I could never. I'd rather cut my hair than pull that out.
Tiffany Bennett: This is so pretty & NEAT .. How ?? LoL !! I love it!!
KekePfan16: New subbie! I have 4b/4c hair & I’m try to get my hair from BSL to WL!!! ♥️♀️✨
Fashionjoy: The best protective style I know
RaShonda Danielle: The praise dance!!! I LOVE it!
Mira Mira: Yes. I am doing this. Question how long would you recommend keeping it in? Lovely girl. Thanks for sharing.
LaToya TV: How long do you keep your braids in for ?
S. B.: Was scrolling and you popped up on my recommendation You're gorgeous!!!
BloxyGigi: damn the patience! i would've lost my damn religion trynna do this !
Favour Ayeboua: Love this video
Curls of a CPA: It came out so bomb!!! About me trying it though.....yes and no haha let me try mini twists first and then I try the braids haha
Jerbie B: "Let's get parted...uhh started" One minute in and I had to subscribe...YOU'RE HILARIOUS!
Caribbean Curls: How sweet are you and your commentary makes me smile ;) very beautiful finish
Tori Thomas: Ouuu these are mini mini I love it
Shon9tilR: Will your hair grow faster braiding your own hair or adding extensions?
Vivanaa Kapoor: For how long can u keep these ?
Emma Johnson: How long did you leave braids in?
Hermine Mbiku Kinkela: How many time would you wash your hair before take down? They are amazing
MoniMeka P: You are so gorgeous!
Bella Reana: I love it.
Camilla Johnson: I tried this weeks ago, but it kinda sucked because the front of my hair has broken off so I had to make them bigger!. Yes I have a satin pillow case and still can't figure the breakage, currently taking iron, but my iron isn't low low. It's frustrating. Btw your hair came out good. I'm definitely going to try your parting method, mines just gets me frustrated
Taliana Riettien: These are so cute
Justin Valdez: it looks so good
ANGIENIKKI1: I do mimi braids. That's how I grew my natural hair.
Princess: PLEASE how do you stretch your hair!!! I’m always doing my mini twists and braids on freshly washed, unstretched hair and I want to learn how to stretch my hair without threading or using heat
Cassandra:): You were smacking that roll up and chicken Publix chickens are a go to absolutely love it!
Curls of a CPA: Bruh let me take a second to bless the Lord for that publix chicken now to continue watching haha
Ebony J: Your hands are blessed! I’m gonna try this maybe this week! Pray for me! A miracle will be needed!
Rayen Channel: Pleaaaase I’m in a hurry tell how do you secure the braids at the end so they won’t open
Timetrae: Yeeessss I will be doing THIS!!! How much of your hair did you twist?